The effectiveness of aloe vera gel versus 2% chlorhexidine gluconate in preventing phlebitis from peripheral venous catheters: A randomized controlled trial by Mahdiyeh Harati Nassab, Mozhgan Rahnama, Abdolghani Abdollahimohammad, Mahin Naderi Far

“…Conclusion: Based on the observed outcomes, nurses may consider using aloe vera gel to reduce phlebitis in patients requiring catheterization for more than 48 hours, due to its anti-inflammatory properties and non-pharmacological benefits. …”
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The prevalence and influencing factors of COVID-19 in pregnant women post-relaxation of epidemic control measures in Hunan Province, China by Yingxia Wang, Yixu Liu, Kehan Zou, Min Yang, Yinglan Wu, Donghua Xie

“…ObjectiveTo investigate the epidemiological characteristics of COVID-19 in pregnant women after relaxation of epidemic control measures.MethodsThis cross-sectional study employed a multistage stratified sampling method, involving six sampling sites (districts/counties) of three cities (Zhuzhou, Chenzhou, and Huaihua) in Hunan Province, China. …”
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Factors and Reasons Associated with Hesitating to Seek Care for Migraine: Results of the OVERCOME (US) Study by Robert E. Shapiro, Eva Jolanda Muenzel, Robert A. Nicholson, Anthony J. Zagar, Michael L. Reed, Dawn C. Buse, Susan Hutchinson, Sait Ashina, Eric M. Pearlman, Richard B. Lipton

“…Methods The web-based OVERCOME (US) survey study identified adults with active migraine in a demographically representative US sample who answered questions about hesitating to seek care from a healthcare provider for migraine and reasons for hesitating. …”
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Conducting the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023 in Malaysia with focus on methodology and main findings on non-communicable diseases by Halizah Mat Rifin, Muhammad Fadhli Mohd Yusoff, Hamizatul Akmal Abd Hamid

“…This survey utilised a two-stage stratified random sampling design and encompassed fifteen main scopes, with sample sizes calculated to meet the specific requirements of each scope. …”
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Exposure to indoor chemical pollutants and associated health risk assessment of residents in Shijiazhuang city by Siwei ZHANG, Yishan DING, Xixi DU, Fengge CHEN, Junwang TONG, Hui MA

“…MethodsUsing stratified random sampling, a total of 60 households were selected from 2 urban areas and 1 surrounding rural area in Shijiazhuang City, specifically in July 2023 (non-heating season) and December 2023 (heating season), respectively. …”
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Current situation of pharmacy services in community health centers and the functioning of pharmacists in family doctor teams in Shanghai by Rui LIU, Yu CAO, Aiqun CHU, Huanyun WU

“…In December 2020, a stratified sampling method was employed to survey 307 on-duty pharmacists with licensed pharmacist qualifications from 29 community health centers, including 6 in the central urban areas, 8 in the inner and outer suburban areas, and 15 in the outer suburban areas. …”
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Designing a Conceptual model for Evaluating the Performance of Software Developers in Fintech Organizations by Hassan Javadi, Fereshteh Amin

“…Twelve semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with software developers who were selected through a snowball sampling method. The data extracted from these interviews were analyzed using the content analysis method, with the assistance of Maxqda software. …”
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Patient Transfer Process From Pre‐Hospital to the Hospital Emergency Department: A Grounded Theory Study by Maryam Jamsahar, Fazlollah Ahmadi, Mitra Khoobi, Mojtaba Vaismoradi

“…This study, conducted from September 2022 to January 2024, involved 24 participants: 18 emergency care providers, four patients' relatives and two patients with transfer experience. Sampling began purposefully and transitioned to theoretical sampling to ensure diversity and enrich the emerging theory. …”
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Molecular Assays on Cutaneous Swabs as an Effective, Non-Invasive Diagnostic Technique for Cutaneous Leishmaniasis: Results from a Retrospective Study Conducted in Italy by Anna Barbiero, Andrea Aiello, Nunziata Ciccone, Simona Pollini, Francesca Malentacchi, Maria Grazia Colao, Gian Maria Rossolini, Costanza Fiorelli, Daniela Massi, Alberto Antonelli, Sara Cuffari, Trentina Di Muccio, Alessandro Bartoloni, Michele Spinicci, Lorenzo Zammarchi

“…Conclusion: Non-invasive swab sampling, combined with molecular analysis, can be a valuable tool for a more accessible and patient-friendly diagnostic approach for CL. …”
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Prevalence of anemia and its associated factors among female university students in Jashore, Bangladesh by Farjana Fardaus, Md. Nowshad Mahmud Choyon, Md. Sakhawot Hossain, Md. Obydullah, Farjana Khatun, Md. Hasibul Hasan Milton, Fakir Md. Shah Hafiz, Tanvir Ahmad

“…A multi-stage sampling method was used. First, students were divided into two strata—those living in halls and those living off-campus—to compare the effect of institutional diet on anemia. …”
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PENGARUH PERAN KEPEMIMPINAN DAN DISIPLIN KERJATERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PERUSAHAAN DAERAH AIR MINUM (PDAM) KABUPATEN KARAWANG by Cecep Hermana, Uswatun Nurhasanah

“…Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 194 dengan menggunakan teknik Proportionate Stratified Random Sampling. Teknik analisis yang digunakan yaitu teknik analisis skala likert dan analisis jalur dengan menggunakan alat bantu Method Of Successive Interval (MSI), Microsoft Office dan SPSS versi 16. …”
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PENGARUH PERAN KEPEMIMPINAN DAN DISIPLIN KERJATERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PERUSAHAAN DAERAH AIR MINUM (PDAM) KABUPATEN KARAWANG by Cecep Hermana, Uswatun Nurhasanah

“…Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 194 dengan menggunakan teknik Proportionate Stratified Random Sampling. Teknik analisis yang digunakan yaitu teknik analisis skala likert dan analisis jalur dengan menggunakan alat bantu Method Of Successive Interval (MSI), Microsoft Office dan SPSS versi 16. …”
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Effect of cervical cancer education and provider recommendation for screening on screening rates: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Jonah Musa, Chad J Achenbach, Linda C O'Dwyer, Charlesnika T Evans, Megan McHugh, Lifang Hou, Melissa A Simon, Robert L Murphy, Neil Jordan

“…Additionally, cervical cancer screening programs should consider the option of offering women the opportunity for self-sample collection particularly when such women have not responded to previous screening invitation or reminder letters for Pap smear collection as a method of screening.…”
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Effects of Bride Price on Women's Rights Among the Bakiga in Kabale District: A Case Study of Kitumba Sub-County. by Asiimwe, Bettus

“…A multi/cluster sampling procedure was used to select the sample of the study area. …”
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Integrating air microbiome for comprehensive air quality analysis by Sofya Pozdniakova, Akira Uchida, Alejandro Fontal, Lídia Cañas, Samuel Santamaria, Lim Yee Hui, Irvan Luhung, Stephan C. Schuster, Xavier Rodó, Sílvia Borràs

“…We developed a DNA extraction method for ultra-low biomass samples and assessed the impact of sampling duration, particle size selection, and filter material on microbial diversity. …”
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Personality Traits of Breast Cancer Patients by Yadigar Cevik Durmaz, Runida Dogan, Nesibe Olgun Kaval

“…The sample of the study consisted of 86 breast cancer patients by non-probability random sampling method. …”
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ANALYSIS OF FARMERS' HEMP GROWING TENDENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS: THE CASE OF TÜRKİYE by Esra YAZICI, Sait ENGINDENIZ, Duran GÜLER

“…The data was collected by face-to-face survey method from 90 farmers with proportional sampling. …”
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INPUT USAGE AND PROBLEMS IN CHICKPEA PRODUCTION IN KÜTAHYA PROVINCE, TURKEY by Aybike ERTÜRK, Mevlüt GÜL

“…The aims of this study were to examine socio-economic structures of chickpea producing farms in Kütahya province, and to analyse input usage and to determine problems related to production. The sample size was determined by stratified sampling method and was calculated as 85 chickpea farmers. …”
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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of hygiene among children in schools of Central Kazakhstan: a cross-sectional study by Ulpan Kuandyk, Alua Omarova, Nailya Delellis

“…In terms of hygiene practices, girls brushed their teeth twice a day more often (68.7% of girls vs. 57.5% of boys, P < 0.05). …”
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What Comes from Cytology Diagnosis: A Comprehensive Epidemiological Retrospective Analysis of 3068 Feline Cases by Paula Brilhante-Simões, Ricardo Lopes, Leonor Delgado, Ana Machado, Augusto Silva, Ângela Martins, Ricardo Marcos, Felisbina Queiroga, Justina Prada

“…This study underscores that cytology remains a fundamental diagnostic tool in feline medicine, particularly when combined with proper sampling techniques and complementary diagnostic methods, and reinforces its value in clinical decision-making, thereby supporting its broader utilisation in routine veterinary practice.…”
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